Choose the series of verbs and phrases that best completes the following passage.

This dish _________ too spicy. Why __________ so much pepper?

I think Pamela deserves to be punished for her __________ stupid and __________ behavior.

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'Sharon must go to the bank today,' said Albert.

'I'm not feeling well,' Agatha said.

Which of the following sentences illustrates the proper use of parallel construction? Arthur failed when he tried to open the lock with a key, but succeeded when he tried to open it with a hammer.

Was there no one in the office last night?

I visit _______ Grand Canyon _________ I go to Arizona.

Select the sentence that is punctuated most accurately. Mushrooms grow very quickly; in fact, after a good rain, it takes only a few hours and you can start picking them.

He said, I like this song.

Which of the following sentences illustrates correct pronoun usage? Him and I are going to see a movie tomorrow.